Texas Hold’em ring games will play out differently depending on where you are at the table In Texas Hold’em ring games, your seating position at the poker table can significantly influence your overall gameplay. Whether you find yourself in an early, middle, or late position, each seat offers distinct advantages and challenges that can shape
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Report by Research and Markets suggests massive growth for online poker
The report forecasts significant expansion of online poker around the world A new study conducted by the data analysis and research firm Research and Markets predicts that the online poker industry will see an annual growth rate of 11.1%, increasing from $59.4 billion in 2022 to $155.4 billion by 2030. The report highlights market trends
Alex Queen takes down the 2024 Borgata Winter Poker Open Main Event
Queen outpaces Anthony Zinno and Brian Yoon to capture the title Alex Queen overcame 689 entries at the 2024 Borgata Winter Poker Open Main Event in Atlantic City, New Jersey, beating a formidable final table group that included Anthony Zinno and Brian Yoon. He would beat John Pannucci heads-up to take the 2024 WPO Championship
Starting hand selection strategies in Six-Plus Hold’em
Analyzing which hands hold more post-flop potential can make the difference in Six-Plus Hold’em Six-Plus Hold’em, also known as Short Deck Poker, has gained popularity for its fast-paced and action-packed nature. With a truncated deck (cards 2 through 5 removed), starting hand selection becomes a crucial aspect of the game. Effective strategies in this variant
Hawaii might be warming up to online poker
The state is considering giving the green light to sports betting and online poker Hawaii State Senator Ronald D. Kouchi introduced a measure proposing legalizing online poker and sports betting on Wednesday with Senate Bill 3376. Lawmakers have made previous attempts to authorize online poker and sports betting in Hawaii. However, this time, tax revenue
Nadya Magnus wants to send two female poker players to the WSOP Main Event
The poker pro is offering a unique experience to two lucky players Nadya Magnus continues her routine of awarding women in the poker community coveted tournament seats to big events. The 2021 GPI Female Player of the Year will give away seats to two lucky women for the $10,000 World Series of Poker Main Event
The impact of stack sizes on the flop in Texas Hold’em
Opening with a strong offense on the flop can help poker players set the pace of the hand In Texas Hold’em, the size of a player’s stack can significantly influence the dynamics of the game, particularly during the crucial phase known as the flop. The flop occurs after the first betting round when three community
Tropicana casino, host of Live at the Bike and other poker programs, to close its doors
The casino is closing down to make way for an MLB stadium in Las Vegas One of the most iconic casinos in the city, Tropicana Las Vegas, has announced its anticipated closure date. The property opened in 1957 and will close its doors on April 2, 2024, with the site to become the future stadium
The 2024 PokerGO Cup begins rewarding players
Two players have already bagged big wins as the series unfolds The PokerGO Tour’s annual series of high-roller tournaments is in its fourth year, and with two events at the 2024 PokerGO Cup in the books, regulars David Peters and Dylan Weisman have taken the first two events. Peters would win In Event #1, a
Freeroll Texas Hold’em tournament strategies for beginners
Freerolls are a great way for players to improve their skills For beginners venturing into the exciting world of Texas Hold’em poker tournaments, freeroll tournaments provide an excellent starting point. Freerolls, as the name suggests, are tournaments where entry is free, offering a risk-free environment for novice players to hone their skills. Developing a strategic
Global Poker’s latest tournament series kicks off today
The series adds new events to attract more players of all levels Hundreds of exciting events are featured beginning this week at Global Poker as it kicks off 21 days of action at Grizzly Games VII today. The annual online series features 108 Gold Coin and 108 Sweeps Coin events from January 29 through February
Why You Should Stop Triple-Barreling (as much)
Having played the 3-handed jackpot style Sit & Go games since they first hit the market all the way back in 2014, I’ve both seen and made every mistake possible when playing a game with a starting stack of just 25BB. In fact, it would be more accurate to say that I have witnessed the